It’s been 30 years since the so-called Trial of the Century captivated the world, making household names of Marcia Clark, Johnnie Cochran, and Kato Kaelin. Court TV’s cameras covered the O.J. Simpson double murder trial, and now three decades later the limited series Trial & Error: Why Did O.J. Win? delves behind the scenes of the trial, with archival footage and interviews with key individuals involved in the case.
The seven-part series premieres on February 16, 2025, with new episodes airing on Sundays at 8pm ET/PT. Attorney, Court TV anchor, and Emmy-award-winning true crime journalist Michael Ayala covered the trial, which kicked off with opening statements on January 24, 1995, and serves as host of the limited series.
“Thirty years have gone by, and the O.J. Simpson trial — which Court TV documented as it unfolded — is still one of the nation’s most consequential cultural touchstones,” stated Ethan Nelson, head of Court TV. “Through first-person interviews with people directly involved with the case, this series takes a provocative look into how the feverishly anticipated and deeply divisive jury verdict came to pass.”
Trial & Error: Why Did O.J. Win” Episode Guide
Feb. 16 — Murders in Brentwood
A football star turned Hollywood actor is charged with the brutal murders of his ex-wife and her friend. The O.J. Simpson case enthralled the globe and became the “Trial of the Century”. Thirty years later, the detectives, attorneys and families involved share their stories and why they believe the verdict remains divisive.
Feb. 23 — The “Racist” Cop
LAPD detective Mark Fuhrman tells his side of the story after becoming a household name when the defense accused him of planting a bloody glove and labeled him a racist. O.J. Simpson walked away a free man while Fuhrman’s life fell into shambles.
March 2 — Domestic Violence
O.J. Simpson’s history of domestic violence was a focal point for the prosecution. The defense claimed it didn’t prove he was a murderer. Nicole Brown’s sister details the abuse within their relationship.
March 9 — Racial Tension
The defense used the racial tension in Los Angeles to their benefit during the O.J. Simpson murder trial. The goal: convince jurors that the LAPD could not be trusted and were capable of planting evidence.
March 16 — Attack the Timeline
Did O.J. Simpson have enough time to murder Nicole Brown and Ron Goldman? The defense dissected the timeline to raise reasonable doubt. Detective Tom Lange and prosecutor Bill Hodgman explain their window of opportunity.
March 23 — The Bloody Gloves
It’s the most infamous moment of the trial, when the prosecution forced O.J. to put on the bloody glove in court. Did this and “shoddy” police work lose them the case? Defense attorney F. Lee Bailey takes us inside the pivotal courtroom moment and how O.J.’s “Dream Team” attacked the flawed investigation.
March 30 — Inside the Jury Room
The world watched as the verdict in the “Trial of the Century” came down. The Goldmans share their reaction and Juror #6, Lon Cryer, describes what happened behind closed doors. Was justice served or did O.J. Simpson get away with murder?
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